Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
12%
McKinney, TX
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,366
Population
229,206
Renter Mix
38% Rent
The perfect balance between urban Dallas and the rustic North Texas countryside
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Suburb
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Commuter
McKinney, Texas combines historic architecture with contemporary living just 30 miles north of Dallas. The city's downtown square centers around the McKinney Performing Arts Center, housed in a restored 1875 courthouse that hosts entertainment and community events throughout the year. The 289-acre Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary offers 6.5 miles of nature trails and serves as home to native Texas wildlife. The rental market currently shows one-bedroom units averaging $1,413 monthly, reflecting a 1.5% decrease from the previous year, while two-bedroom apartments typically rent for $1,851, down 2.4% year-over-year.
McKinney has grown to become Texas's 15th largest city while preserving its historic character. Neighborhoods range from the downtown historic district, featuring preserved Victorian architecture and local shops, to newer developments near TPC Craig Ranch, which hosts the annual AT&T Byron Nelson golf tournament. The city is served by multiple school districts and includes the Collin College Central Park Campus. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Erwin Park's 212 acres, including 10 miles of mountain bike trails, while the McKinney Farmers Market at Chestnut Square Historic Village provides locally grown produce and artisanal goods year-round.
Explore the City
While in Historic Downtown McKinney you can stop in for a bite and then do more shopping.
Bonnie Wenk Park is 216 acres and includes many unique features.
Spend some time shopping for unique gifts at Ratrodtober Fest with your loved ones.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$105,303
Average: $131,520
Education
87,488
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
124,071
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
McKinney has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
34%
Other Education
66%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in McKinney, TX is $1,137 for a studio, $1,366 for one bedroom, $1,814 for two bedrooms, and $2,388 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in McKinney has decreased by -3.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,366/month
755 Sq Ft
House
$2,875/month
2,333 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,580/month
1,836 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in McKinney, TX is 2.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in McKinney is 4.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,137 - $2,388. You can expect to pay 2.8% less for groceries, 13.0% more for utilities, and 15.0% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly McKinney, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Imagine International Academy Of North Texas
Public
Grades K-12
1,399 Students
Lois Lindsey Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
809 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
809 Students
Public
Grades K-5
630 Students
Roy Lee Walker Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
433 Students
Imagine International Academy Of North Texas
Public
Grades K-12
1,399 Students
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,280 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,280 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,251 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,251 Students
Imagine International Academy Of North Texas
Public
Grades K-12
1,399 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,156 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,918 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,651 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,321 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- The Heard Natural Science Museum
- Allen Station Park
- Dayspring Nature Preserve
- Celebration Park
- Bethany Lakes Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Dallas Love Field
- Dallas-Fort Worth International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.